Do I need any cables? I just bought this tv as a gift. I really have no clue about cables though. What kind do I need and what for? Can somebody please help me? Thanks!
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If you have digital cable service that includes HD channels, or a HD source such as a Blue-Ray player or a HD DVD player, you will need to purchase some HDMI cables. Remember, you have to have the HDMI cables to get the full effect of high definition. They sell them here for cheap. You can find HDMI cables here for about $2-10, which is an absolute steal. Don't let anyone tell you that you have to get Monster cables. They are a complete rip off!
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I just got this TV too. Excellent. We have HD cable (some channels). Getting the HDMI corded along with an HD DVR this weekend.
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What ever cable you used for your old television before will do. We did not buy any new cable.
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Thanks Jacob. That was the conclusion I came to as well after spending several hours researching. The standard cables that came with the Wii will not work correctly on the TV. I ordered the cable from monoprice.com for less than $3 so hopefully they will work fine.Again, thanks and happy holidays!
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I understand the first part of what you said. I'll look for a TV with a VGA port. Is there a special cord or connector for that? The second part sounds like a lot of work just to watch a movie. I truly thank you for your help
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thanks...I went ahead and ordered 55 inch c650 from Amazon and it was delivered yesterday... so your feedback is reassuring. Any special tweeking you advise? I'm a little confused about HDMI cables....did you get any special type? thanks again.
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Guy's,I need a little advice. I know nothing about LCD TV's. I'm moving into a house and ran into a guy that wants to sell a Samsung 40" 4061. The TV has been siting in his bedroom and is hardly used as he watches a bigger set in the living room. The set looks and works great and he's asking $500 for it. I think the set is several years old. Does anyone out there have any advice on buying this?Anything to look for? Is this a good price on a set with prices coming down this Christmas?Thanks for any input,Rudy
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@radar363: thank for the information. I kept getting multiple information from vayring sources who should have known the correct response, including the manufacturer of my Television Set. Finally I ordered the cable just to have it on hand when I started setting up and quickly discovered that all but one of my sources was incorrect (and the correct one was NOT the manufacturer of my TV) and I didn't need it at all. Live and learn. But, I appreciate you help. Judi
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Oh, nevermind everyone. I looked around and found this on the website: "Currently Unavailable: This item is currently not available for ordering, and we don't know when or if this item will be in stock again." Well, then. Crap shoot it is. I'll wait it out and cross my fingers or look for another TV.
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DJ T. -- someone set this TV up for me so I know nothing about all the cords. However, I will say that I absolutely LOVE this TV. It is a great size for my bedroom. The color is fantastic, the sound is very good. Very sharp picture. I highly recommend this TV. Had it for several months now, and it's terrific. No problems whatsoever.
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Hello there,Trying to be cautios but I think you should ask that to whomever sold that tv to you. They'll have the answer for you.Good luck and enjoy your awesome tv, I really like the tv.Thank you
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I agree with the other answers - just would like to add there are also difference in which HDMI cable you'll need too. And that will depend on the age and type/brand of television you have due to the hook up types that was provided by the manufacturer of your television. Good luck.
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Yes out need an HDMI cable also. When I first hooked it up I thought it didn't work but it did you just have to move the HDMI cable around in the tv until you see a picture. You may even have to pull out the cable a little but don't give up it will work
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Rich, why do you feel you really need to tweek this TV so much. You stated that my earlier reply back to you, was not useful. Do you own this tv? IF not, no wonder you didn't like my reply. This television only involves minor tweeking of the Contrast and the backlight. This will drastically result in a better picture than those 3 standard settings. Do not mess with the color pallettes or anything elso at that matter. They are set perfectly to accomadate Toshiba's hd dvd players and so forth. hd input source from hd dish network/direct tv also looks great. If you are really into tweeking your set, my guess is that it will only hurt you with this tv. Toshiba really did a great job on this t.v. Not much messing around. It reallylooks wonderful straight out of the box. I would just set the contrast and backlight. thats it!!!
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What do you suggest to improve the sound? I just ordered the TV - don't want to raise the roof or anything but don't want the sound to not match the picture. Thanks.
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So do you think it's worth extra $$$? I don't know much about electronics so I wonder whether it's worth it for me or not to spend more and whether I would actually use the extra features. Does the extra cable card slot mean I would not have to use the cable box but rather be able to plug the cable wire straight to the TV and use it directly?Thank you.
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Not sure I am understanding the question. You can purchase HDMI cables or the red/yellow/white component cables and hook up to your cable/tv system. Did you get directions/manual with the TV? There is usually a quick set up guide.
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just make sure you buy an HDMI cable. the expense for that is all up to you. they range in price from moderate to high end based on what you decide. i have direct TV as well. i like the TV. have no complaints. a good buy. this was a very easy hook up however you will need to make sure that Direct TV has provided you with the correct satellite box for an HD Television or it will not work. they are very good about doing so